Bridge Design Manager | NYC, NY

LVI Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a seasoned Bridge Engineering Manager to lead its New York City transportation infrastructure practice. You will oversee bridge and structural design teams, drive project delivery, and contribute to business growth and staff development.

The successful candidate has extensive bridge/transportation experience, excellent client communications, and a PE license, with a track record of leading complex projects and teams in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive bridge and transportation engineering experience.
• PE license required.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Proven leadership of engineering teams.
• Strong communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Experience using industry-standard engineering and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to multiple bridge engineering and structural design teams.
• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects.
• Review drawings, reports, contracts, and specs for quality and compliance.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate contractor submittals and documentation.
• Act as primary client contact, managing expectations, progress, budgets, and timelines.
• Support proposal preparation and client engagement for new business.
• Represent the firm in technical presentations and industry forums.
• Maintain involvement in professional organizations and associations.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop engineering staff in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Bridge engineering

Team leadership

Project management

Client communication

Staff mentoring

Education

Civil/Structural engineering degree

PE license

Job description

Our client is looking to bring on a seasoned Bridge Engineering Manager to support and expand their transportation infrastructure practice in New York City. This leadership role will oversee bridge and structural engineering initiatives, guide multidisciplinary project teams, and play a key role in project delivery, business growth, and staff development. The successful candidate will help drive technical excellence across complex transportation projects while contributing to strategic planning and team expansion efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to multiple bridge engineering and structural design teams.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects.
• Review engineering drawings, technical reports, contract documents, and specifications for quality and compliance.
• Direct the development and review of project budgets, schedules, and construction cost estimates.
• Coordinate and evaluate contractor submittals and construction-phase documentation.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, managing expectations, project progress, budgets, and timelines.
• Support proposal preparation, client engagement, and pursuit of new business opportunities.
• Represent the firm through technical presentations, industry conferences, and professional forums.
• Maintain involvement in professional organizations and industry associations.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop engineering staff while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Desired Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of bridge engineering principles, structural analysis, and transportation infrastructure design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience using industry-standard engineering and project management software.
• Proven track record of leading engineering teams and managing complex projects.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making abilities.
• Understanding of workplace safety practices and project risk management.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive bridge and transportation engineering experience.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Desired Skills and Experience

Our client is looking to bring on a seasoned Bridge Engineering Manager to support and expand their transportation infrastructure practice in New York City. This leadership role will oversee bridge and structural engineering initiatives, guide multidisciplinary project teams, and play a key role in project delivery, business growth, and staff development. The successful candidate will help drive technical excellence across complex transportation projects while contributing to strategic planning and team expansion efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to multiple bridge engineering and structural design teams.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects.
• Review engineering drawings, technical reports, contract documents, and specifications for quality and compliance.
• Direct the development and review of project budgets, schedules, and construction cost estimates.
• Coordinate and evaluate contractor submittals and construction-phase documentation.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, managing expectations, project progress, budgets, and timelines.
• Support proposal preparation, client engagement, and pursuit of new business opportunities.
• Represent the firm through technical presentations, industry conferences, and professional forums.
• Maintain involvement in professional organizations and industry associations.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop engineering staff while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Desired Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of bridge engineering principles, structural analysis, and transportation infrastructure design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience using industry-standard engineering and project management software.
• Proven track record of leading engineering teams and managing complex projects.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making abilities.
• Understanding of workplace safety practices and project risk management.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive bridge and transportation engineering experience.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.